Always concerned to improve the quality of its products, TRACTEL SOLUTIONS S.A.S reserves the right to
modify the specifications of the equipment described in this manual.
This manual outlines all necessary instructions for the safe and the correct operation of the Charlet rope
block.
Before using and maintaining this Charlet rope block, for maximum safety and efficiency, make sure these
instructions are read, understood and applied by trained users. This manual should be made available to
every operator. Extra copies of this manual will be supplied on request. Contact Tractel Solutions for any
additional information.
NEVER USE FOR PERSONNEL LIFTING.
The operator is not authorised to release the rope/ wire rope when a load is hanged up.
Only use suitable rope or wire-rope (see § dimensional characteristics).
The "LYON" rope blocks should not be motorised
Ensure that the load and the anchoring point of the device are aligned freely
Whenever more than one block is being used to lift a load, it is important to assure that this load is
equally shared between all the blocks and that no block is lifting more than its capacity (WLL)
Charlet rope blocks allow operations with a high safety level. Make sure that the people in charge
meet the safety requirements of these operations.
Never use this rope block for a load exceeding its Working Load Limit (WLL). Shock loading or
specific conditions must also be taken into account when determining the appropriate product.
TRACTEL SOLUTIONS SAS disclaims all responsibility for the consequences due to disassembly or
modification of the product without prior agreement, especially in case of original components
replacement by spare parts of other origin.
Modification or welding on this product is strictly forbidden without prior agreement from Tractel
Solutions.
For lifting applications, make sure the local applicable regulation is applied before using this product.
It is strictly forbidden to either stand or walk under the load.
Attach the block to a fixed anchoring point and ensure that it can support the load at the block's
upper hook.
Always use the adapted individual protection equipment (gloves, safety boots, helmet, glasses...)
during the material handlings.
Never move the suspended load above or near people.
Never leave a suspended load without supervision.
Warn the people around during the lifting or moving of the load.
Never use a damaged rope block or if you have a doubt over its correct functioning.
Regularly examine the condition of the material (see below).
Never use the blocks in aggressive atmospheres.
Only TRACTEL SOLUTIONS SAS genuine spare parts should be used.
M 6077 M
rev 8 – 09/2021
GB
English
PRIORITY INSTRUCTIONS
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